Looking for a League.

MogulChamp · 11-09-2004, 10:30 PM

Well I'm now ready to get my feet wet in an online league or 2. As a longtime veteran of Baseball Mogul which I have now given up, I think I am pretty familiar with how things work. I am a becoming very familiar with the solo portion and now I want a real challenge

I am a very dedicated GM, but I am sure I will have some questions so if you are looking for OOTP vets, I'm not your guy.

What kind of league(s) am I looking for?

1. Historical (1950-2000) or Fictional.
2. Since I am kind of new to the online league thing, I really don't want a league that has a rulebook of 100 pages. A couple of these leagues are getting a little carried away with their rules. Draft Picks for signing a free agent? Heh.

That's it. So please either email me at blacksunshine1941@yahoo.com or post here if you have a league that is interested in taking on a new and dedicated GM.

Thanks

Oh yeah, almost forgot. OOTP 6 is what version of the game I have so that is kind of important too. And... If the league already has a nice history built up that is another bonus.

Thanks again

rem · 11-09-2004, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MogulChamp

Draft Picks for signing a free agent? Heh.

jazzrack · 11-10-2004, 12:02 AM

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rem · 11-10-2004, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jazzrack

Check out the CLB www.clb.dawnstarv.us

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Did you read his stance on unique rules?

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 12:31 AM

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Did you read his stance on unique rules?

Actually those rules weren't bad at all. I may consider it. Seeing as how you quoted my "free agents for draft picks" comment, maybe I am missing something but why would that even be a rule?

mandersen · 11-10-2004, 12:34 AM

Because thats how MLB works. It is more work for a commish, and ads some different strategy into off season free agency. Definitely not for someone looking for a little more simplicity in a league. More designed for leagues that are really trying to emulate the majors.

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by mandersen

Because thats how MLB works. It is more work for a commish, and ads some different strategy into off season free agency. Definitely not for someone looking for a little more simplicity in a league. More designed for leagues that are really trying to emulate the majors.

Err really?? I never knew that. So basically whoever signs Ordonez or Beltran this offseason has to give up a draft pick to the White Sox or the Astros? That really doesn't make sense. Where is the logic?

DaveHorn · 11-10-2004, 01:06 AM

The logic is its part of a way to help the small market teams who don't have enough money to retain their top talent.

Free Agents are lumped into something like 3 or 4 different classes. The "type" of free agent you lost indicates your supplemental pick.

BTW - how long did you play BBMO? Do I know you? Its a relatively small community but I left BBMO about 18 months ago.

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveHorn

BTW - how long did you play BBMO? Do I know you? Its a relatively small community but I left BBMO about 18 months ago.

Yeah it is definately a small community, one reason why I left. I joined about 8 months ago and left last month, for a pay service it was really quite bad. Chisox35 was my screen name.

Mandersen,you almost had me there for a second.

I hope you weren't serious...

But you are right Dave, that is a way to keep it competitive, but there are better ways than that I would think. Revenue Sharing, Luxury Tax, or of course, just turn Financials off

Anyhow. I'm still looking, so surely someone needs a good GM.

mandersen · 11-10-2004, 01:19 AM

I should have clarified..............you don't lose picks, but teams that lose free agents are compensated, depending on the classification with supplemental picks. In ootp, some leagues have decided to use draft picks as compensation rather than supplemental picks. There IS compensation for losing a class A or B free agent I believe.

DaveHorn · 11-10-2004, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MogulChamp

Revenue Sharing, Luxury Tax, or of course, just turn Financials off

They do have revenue sharing and a luxury tax.

Lol - Financial off. The NHL is trying that right now....I'd wager its not going to work out well for anyone long term.

John Manard · 11-10-2004, 07:37 AM

See posts about the UBL and OBL for possible leagues. The UBL has a strong fictional/real player mix and is about to start its 10th season. It started as a Baseball Mogul league and has converted several times over the years.

rem · 11-10-2004, 12:28 PM

Yes, Major League Baseball has a rather complicated system in place in which teams give up and get picks for signing or losing a Free Agent.

http://www.cincypost.com/2004/11/02/...1-02-2004.html

My league has a less complicated system which has turned out to be quite popular in practice.

NYJaysFan36 · 11-10-2004, 04:16 PM

Matt you were right the first time.
In real life this past year the Angles picked 12th and took Jared Weaver, due to their Colon signing and Guerrero, they didn't pick again until 113th in the 4th round.
Batimore didn't have a pick between 8 and 79 because of Tejada, Javy Lopez, Palmiero.
Your Cubbies didn't even pick at all until 66.
etc.

-Bob

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 08:39 PM

Well I have found a fictional league. I am still looking for one more league, preferably a historical league. Not a deadball era team however. Anyone else have an opening?

DoogieHowserMD · 11-10-2004, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by MogulChamp

Well I have found a fictional league. I am still looking for one more league, preferably a historical league. Not a deadball era team however. Anyone else have an opening?

I think it might be a little much for a newbie to take on two leagues at once. Maybe you should hang back and see how this one goes first.

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DoogieHowserMD

I think it might be a little much for a newbie to take on two leagues at once. Maybe you should hang back and see how this one goes first.

Umm.. Thanks for your opinion but I am sure I can handle it. It certainly doesnt take much time to adjust lineups, make roster moves, etc. I do appreciate you looking out for my well being

DoogieHowserMD · 11-10-2004, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MogulChamp

Umm.. Thanks for your opinion but I am sure I can handle it. It certainly doesnt take much time to adjust lineups, make roster moves, etc. I do appreciate you looking out for my well being

I hope that the little face at the end of your statement does not mean you were being sarcastic. I'll have you know I'm probably the youngest veteran of online leagues.

--Mark

MogulChamp · 11-10-2004, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DoogieHowserMD

I hope that the little face at the end of your statement does not mean you were being sarcastic. I'll have you know I'm probably the youngest veteran of online leagues.

--Mark

Umm I really don't care who you are or what your standing is... The thread is labeled looking for a league. Obviously that is what I am doing. I would like to be in 2 leagues, and I am sure that I can handle 2, if not more. You do not know me or what I am capable of doing. The fact that I am a newbie has nothing to do with how many leagues I can handle. So please, unless you have a suggestion as to what league to join, keep your whitty comments to yourself.

DoogieHowserMD · 11-10-2004, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by MogulChamp

Umm I really don't care who you are or what your standing is... The thread is labeled looking for a league. Obviously that is what I am doing. I would like to be in 2 leagues, and I am sure that I can handle 2, if not more. You do not know me or what I am capable of doing. The fact that I am a newbie has nothing to do with how many leagues I can handle. So please, unless you have a suggestion as to what league to join, keep your whitty comments to yourself.

Sure, blame me, the kid who's just trying to look out for a fellow board member's well-being. I am not the one at fault here. And judging by your spelling, it would seem my witty comments are well placed.

--Mark

11-09-2004, 10:30 PM	#1
MogulChamp All Star Reserve Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 656	Looking for a League. Well I'm now ready to get my feet wet in an online league or 2. As a longtime veteran of Baseball Mogul which I have now given up, I think I am pretty familiar with how things work. I am a becoming very familiar with the solo portion and now I want a real challenge I am a very dedicated GM, but I am sure I will have some questions so if you are looking for OOTP vets, I'm not your guy. What kind of league(s) am I looking for? 1. Historical (1950-2000) or Fictional. 2. Since I am kind of new to the online league thing, I really don't want a league that has a rulebook of 100 pages. A couple of these leagues are getting a little carried away with their rules. Draft Picks for signing a free agent? Heh. That's it. So please either email me at blacksunshine1941@yahoo.com or post here if you have a league that is interested in taking on a new and dedicated GM. Thanks Oh yeah, almost forgot. OOTP 6 is what version of the game I have so that is kind of important too. And... If the league already has a nice history built up that is another bonus. Thanks again Last edited by MogulChamp; 11-09-2004 at 10:47 PM.

11-10-2004, 12:02 AM	#3
jazzrack Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: still kicking Posts: 3,229	Check out the CLB www.clb.dawnstarv.us http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/boar...ad.php?t=76250 clbchairman@dawnstarv.us __________________ . "Never confuse composure for ease" Was once Head Cheese of Corporate League Baseball

11-10-2004, 12:34 AM	#6
mandersen Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 225	Because thats how MLB works. It is more work for a commish, and ads some different strategy into off season free agency. Definitely not for someone looking for a little more simplicity in a league. More designed for leagues that are really trying to emulate the majors. __________________ Legend Killer HOFFBL Cubs Original GM HOFFBL Rockies Original GM

11-10-2004, 01:06 AM	#8
DaveHorn All Star Starter Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 1,146	The logic is its part of a way to help the small market teams who don't have enough money to retain their top talent. Free Agents are lumped into something like 3 or 4 different classes. The "type" of free agent you lost indicates your supplemental pick. BTW - how long did you play BBMO? Do I know you? Its a relatively small community but I left BBMO about 18 months ago. __________________ Dave HFTC Commish Last edited by DaveHorn; 11-10-2004 at 04:39 PM.

11-10-2004, 01:19 AM	#10
mandersen Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 225	I should have clarified..............you don't lose picks, but teams that lose free agents are compensated, depending on the classification with supplemental picks. In ootp, some leagues have decided to use draft picks as compensation rather than supplemental picks. There IS compensation for losing a class A or B free agent I believe. __________________ Legend Killer HOFFBL Cubs Original GM HOFFBL Rockies Original GM

11-10-2004, 07:37 AM	#12
John Manard Minors (Single A) Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 97	See posts about the UBL and OBL for possible leagues. The UBL has a strong fictional/real player mix and is about to start its 10th season. It started as a Baseball Mogul league and has converted several times over the years.

11-10-2004, 12:28 PM	#13
rem Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: College Park, Md. Posts: 5,024	Yes, Major League Baseball has a rather complicated system in place in which teams give up and get picks for signing or losing a Free Agent. http://www.cincypost.com/2004/11/02/...1-02-2004.html My league has a less complicated system which has turned out to be quite popular in practice. __________________ OTBA: Washington Filibusters CLBR: Minnesota Twins 2005 Winner of LL's Pick the Loser Contest! - 15-0

11-10-2004, 04:16 PM	#14
NYJaysFan36 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 188	Matt you were right the first time. In real life this past year the Angles picked 12th and took Jared Weaver, due to their Colon signing and Guerrero, they didn't pick again until 113th in the 4th round. Batimore didn't have a pick between 8 and 79 because of Tejada, Javy Lopez, Palmiero. Your Cubbies didn't even pick at all until 66. etc. -Bob __________________ EL/SA - Commissioner/1956 Allentown Cardinals 1947 & 1949 Champions - Scranton Red Sox GABL- 1977-84 Toronto Blue Jays (539-757) HTFC - 2014-18 Milwaukee Brewers (386-425) IHBL - 2006-08 Oakland A's (240-238)

11-10-2004, 08:39 PM	#15
MogulChamp All Star Reserve Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 656	Well I have found a fictional league. I am still looking for one more league, preferably a historical league. Not a deadball era team however. Anyone else have an opening?